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Wednesday, December 17th, 2025

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Good morning, Virginia Beach. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 17th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • On Tuesday, Smithfield Foods & its partners distributed 1,000 holiday hams and bags of sides to support local families in need. The program is part of ongoing efforts to relieve hunger during the festive season.  13News Now

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Virginia Beach residents will receive a $50 annual Oceanfront parking voucher starting April 1, 2026 — the new program, approved by City Council on Dec. 9, will offer digital vouchers via a mobile app and an option to add another $50 credit for $25. Participants should check parking guidelines in city lots and on street metered spaces.  13News Now

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Winter Dance and Fundraiser

    6-9 p.m. — Chicho's Pizza Town Center — 10% of sales donated to Autism Society — Dance the night away with unlimited pizza and support a great cause.

    Thu, 12/18/25

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  • Friday Night Dance Party with DJ Ghozt

    7-10 p.m. — Peabody's Nightclub — Free entry till 9 p.m. — Dance the night away with DJ Ghozt and enjoy Happy Hour drink specials.

    Fri, 12/19/25

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  • Ballet Virginia: The Nutcracker

    2:00 – 3:30 p.m. — Sandler Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket details not available — Experience the enchanting classic ballet that celebrates the magic of the holiday season.

    Sat, 12/20/25

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  • Game Days at D&B

    11:00 a.m. — Dave & Buster's Virginia Beach — 10 wings for $10 — Score big with game day deals and fun activities for all ages.

    Sun, 12/21/25

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  • Christmas Brunch at the Bay

    10 AM – 2 PM — Tides Coastal Kitchen — $55++ Adults | $29++ Kids (5–12) — Enjoy a festive holiday buffet featuring coastal specialties and delicious dessert options.

    Thu, 12/25/25

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  • Rob Oliver & The Attractors

    7-10:30 p.m. — Voodoo Brewing — Cost TBA — Enjoy a night of blues, rock, and Americana with local singer-songwriter Rob Oliver.

    Fri, 12/26/25

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  • God's Girl Vision Board Party

    1-3 p.m. — Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library — Free entry — Celebrate faith and sisterhood while crafting God-centered visions for the upcoming season.

    Sat, 12/27/25

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  • Candlelight: Coldplay vs. Imagine Dragons

    8:45-9:45 p.m. — Zeiders American Dream Theater — Tickets available online only — Enjoy a unique musical experience featuring beloved hits by Coldplay and Imagine Dragons under candlelight.

    Sun, 12/28/25

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  • Game Days at Dave & Buster's

    11:00 a.m. — Dave & Buster's Virginia Beach — Special deals available — Score big with game day deals including 10 wings for $10.

    Mon, 12/29/25

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  • Sound Healing with Renee Branch

    6:30-7:30 p.m. — Space Holistic Services — RSVP required — Experience deep relaxation through the restorative power of sound and energy healing.

    Tue, 12/30/25

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~ Franklin D. Roosevelt

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